I am very interested in the sk5 for an all around bushcraft knife. Would you still recommend this knife. Iif not why and is there one u would at this price range. Thanks
41355
This is the ultimate bushcraft knife. Strong, spear point tip makes good bow drill kits, handle is great, works well in the wet and keeps and edge. Enough said! Buy it!!
41356
I would recommend this knife as a good all around utility blade. It's size, shape, and durrability lends this knife well to most general knife tasks.
41357
I would definitely still recommend this knife. I do multi-day hikes in the backcountry and always have this strapped to my pack. It's a well crafted knife. I think it would suit your purposes.
41358
the sk5 definitely has the requirements for a bushcraft knife and i carry it with me/in my car every day. there are knives out there that are spec'd more towards bushcraft than the sk5, but the sk5 is technically a survival knife.but in being a survival knife, youll be able to do everything you need to do in the bush, and a little heavier work as well. once you get one in your hand youll have to have one for yourself
1019201
I have a few companions both stainless and carbon and a heavy duty carbon. I prefer the carbon steels, easy to sharpen and take a great edge. I use wet stones to sharpen them. They are great for fine wood work. The stainless require less maintenance. I have not batoned any wood with them because I have other knives for that.... over all great bushcraft knife
1464032
This knife is serious. I have had a lot of benchmade's over the years, and they are nice knives. But ZT's are really tough, and very high quality. Full titanium, elmax blade. This knife could cost twice as much. I think you will be happy with it. I carry mine everyday.
1293864
Yes, Ka-Bar knives are fantastic and well worth the money, I own most of the ZK series, and a large number of other blades by them, and I can safely say they're worth their weight in gold. I've even split wood with just my standard Marine Fighting knife by Ka-Bar. My EDC is also a Ka-Bar folder from the Zombie Series and I have yet to re-edge it, just strop it every few months. If you want a good knife, Ka-Bar is your blade.
1603318
Well, these two knives are basically the same. They have slightly different designs (in regards to the grip). But overall, their functionality is the exact same. I would go with the cheaper priced knife. This knife was once thirty dollars. Now that they are popular (and in my opinion a must have for anyone!!), they have gone wayyy up in price. This knife is a must for your pack, vehicle and as a gift for any loved one.
2133745
I would prefer the SCHF-9 it has good weight the blade is sharp right out of the box and cuts wood well for a fixed blade. I have tested the knife to the limit, it has met my expectations, if you are looking for the ultimate outdoorsman knife I highly recommend the SCHF-9.
1821451
I just bought a new one to modify, I checked it with some of the older ones I own of which a few are so old they have lost the original shape from being sharpened so many times over the years. They are all the same thickness and I think some of them are from the first mfg. runs. They make for a good bush craft knife with some mods. Hope this helps you.
1136905
I emailed Cold Steel and they explained about the gring,flat vs hollow.I never really noticed before,now it's easy to spot but it still does not stop sellers from listing both and or using a picture different than what their actoally selling. I already have a SK-5 knife and was thinking about buying another for a present.I will be in contact with the seller before I make a purchase to be sure what I am getting. Frankly I would not want the stainless version.
1149905
I bought these knives a while back and are really a good Value.There is a very good sharpener,DMT WM8FC-WB 8-Inch DuoSharp Plus Bench Stone - Fine/Coarse with Base.Yea I know its not cheap,$65 but it will make all your knives unbelievably sharp(there are great instructions at the manufacturers youtube site.If you don't want to spend that much there is a another Smiths Consumer Products Ccks Pull-Thru Knife Sharpener, Portable Knife Sharpener, Pocket for $4.It will do a nice job and should last for about a year(when your knives stop getting sharp,order another,I have given them away and for the price,you can't go wrong. I bought these knives a while back and are really a good Value.There is a very good sharpener,DMT WM8FC-WB 8-Inch DuoSharp Plus Bench Stone - Fine/Coarse with Base.Yea I know its not cheap,$65 but it will make all your knives unbelievably sharp(there are great instructions at the manufacturers youtube site.If you don't want to spend that much there is a another Smiths Consumer Products Ccks Pull-Thru Knife Sharpener, Portable Knife Sharpener, Pocket for $4.It will do a nice job and should last for about a year(when your knives stop getting sharp,order another,I have given them away and for... » Read More I bought these knives a while back and are really a good Value.There is a very good sharpener,DMT WM8FC-WB 8-Inch DuoSharp Plus Bench Stone - Fine/Coarse with Base.Yea I know its not cheap,$65 but it will make all your knives unbelievably sharp(there are great instructions at the manufacturers youtube site.If you don't want to spend that much there is a another Smiths Consumer Products Ccks Pull-Thru Knife Sharpener, Portable Knife Sharpener, Pocket for $4.It will do a nice job and should last for about a year(when your knives stop getting sharp,order another,I have given them away and for the price,you can't go wrong. « Show Less
2199004
NO!!! This knife is for fighting and fighting only!!!! Get you a Tops BoB field craft if you want a great bushcraft knife. If you want a Great fighting knife get this. If you just want a Bowie knife that can do it all get a Svord Bowie!!
1086394
sk5 is a good steel and is very high in carbon, my only advice is to coat it with anything from cerakote to some gun blue. its super prone to corrosion but its a good performer, stay away from hard woods in winter, as sk5 is slightly brittle in extreme cold. otherwise enjoy something you will be able to rely on :)
974110
The Buck 192br vanguard fixed blade is a awsome knife. I love mine I keep mine razor sharp. It's not hard to maintain that to. A cupel swipes of a dimond steel and your done. When it comes to you it is different then what you see in the picture you see here. It is beautiful in the sunlight the wood grain is a Carmel look. I love rosewood and this is not but it is a peice art and great workmenship. It feels great in the hand. I have about 13 buck knives and this one is one of my favorites. I would buy another one if it came in rosewood. Go to buck.com that might answer your ????
1209139
Unsure of which one you're buying or intended use, however generally there is not a better knife value around. My experience is limited to sub 5" Moras in camp and moderate bushcraft roles and maybe in a secondary role as defensive fixed blade when better tools were not allowed. If that matches your roles, then YES. I haven't seen their stainless edge retention and toughness bettered by any of the other non-"supersteels" and the other elements do what needs done.
710815
Honestly, I own several knives worth upwards of $400. I dont really care what the add says, I care how the knife works and feels. I carried this for 5 months in Afghanistan, and it worked great.Is it G10? Maybe (more like probably) is it a great knife? Definitely.
510058
I'm not familiar with the cold steel product but I own the Ontario and it is far too large and heavy for bushcraft applications. I use a TOPS brothers of bushcraft knife for bushcraft applications and it works like a charm. Comparable in price to the Ontario tanto as well.
2147465
I have noticed the price displayed on Cold Steel's website is ALWAYS exorbitantly high. I like Cold Steel knives very much, but I would never buy from their website, when the self same knife can be had at a more reasonable price...like here at Amazon.
1019200
I have had my mora companion heavy duty for about 3 months now and it has quickly become my favorite knife. I take into the woods everyday and it has never failed me.The Scandinavian grind is very easy to sharpen and holds an edge extremely well. From the softest of pine to hardwoods such as hickory this knife has completed every task I have given it and preformed very well. I definently reccomend this to anyone for bushcraft, camping or any of your nature sports. Go with the robust or companion heavy duty well worth the extra 6-8 bucks.